What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Counselor Trainee position at Pennington County?
Our Addiction Treatment Services Team is a part of a larger effort to provide comprehensive resources under the Care Campus to those in our community seeking or sentenced to drug or alcohol treatment to improve their quality of life.
• Demonstrate competent skills in delivering the 12-core functions (screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports and recordkeeping and consultation) of chemical dependency counseling services to individuals/families afflicted with substance use disorders.
• Assist in ensuring the compliance with pertinent federal, state and local regulations.
• Reinforce clinical programming and staff adherence to ethical practices.
• Maintain and model a close, collaborative working relationship with community resources to ensure quality care is being provided.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the fidelity of evidence-based practices within all levels of programming.
• Attend meetings and complete trainings as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position.
• Requirements for Certified or Licensed Addiction Counselor must be met within five years of obtaining a Trainee License.
• Must meet the minimum education and direct supervision hours to meet state certification standards.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Work is typically performed in an office.
• This position includes close contact with addiction treatment clients.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
• This position frequently remains stationary for long periods of time and needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and printer.
• Must be able to move up to 20 pounds unassisted and move 40 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing.